à land Islands
Region
🌍 Europe
Population
👥 30
Currency
💱 Euro
Languages
🗣️ Swedish
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Official NameSource: REST Countries
Åland Islands
Continent
Europe
DemonymSource: REST Countries
Ålandish
Independence
This territory does not have an official independence day.
Top-Level Domain
.ax
Calling CodeSource: REST Countries
+358
Time ZoneSource: REST Countries
UTC+02:00
Capital CitySource: REST Countries
Mariehamn
ISO Alpha-2
AX
ISO Alpha-3
ALA
UN Code
248
Geographic Coordinates
60.116667,19.9
Area (km²)Source: REST Countries
1,580#185 of 249
PopulationSource: REST Countries
30,654#224 of 247
Population Density (per km²)
Approximately 70 people per square kilometer.
Highest Point (m)
Orrdalsklint, 132 meters.
Lowest Point (m)
Sea level, 0 meters.
Land Use
Primarily agricultural and forested.
Irrigated Land
Information on irrigated land is not readily available.
Coastline Length
Approximately 700 kilometers.
Climate
Temperate, with cool summers and mild winters.
Natural Resources
Fish, stone, and sand.
Bordering CountriesSource: REST Countries
No land borders
Major Rivers
This island territory has no major rivers.
Major Lakes
This island territory has many small lakes.
Government Type
Autonomous province within Finland.
Administrative Divisions
16 municipalities.
Legal System
Based on Finnish law.
Chief of State
President of Finland (currently Sauli Niinistö).
Head of Government
Lantråd (Prime Minister) Veronica Thörnroos.
Cabinet
The Åland Government.
Elections
Elections for the Lagting (Parliament) are held every four years.
Judicial Branch
District Court of Åland; Court of Appeal of Turku (Finland); Supreme Court of Finland.
Legislative Branch
Lagting (Parliament).
Major Political Parties
Åland Centre, Liberals on Åland, Moderate Coalition for Åland.
CurrencySource: REST Countries
Euro
GDP, Nominal (US$ billion)
Data on Åland Islands' nominal GDP is not readily available.
GDP, PPP (US$ billion)
Data on Åland Islands' PPP-adjusted GDP is not readily available.
GDP per Capita (US$)
Data on Åland Islands' GDP per capita is not readily available.
GDP - Agriculture (%)
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GDP - Industry (%)
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GDP - Services (%)
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Inflation Rate (%)
The inflation rate for the Åland Islands is closely tied to that of Finland, and relevant data would be similar.
Labor Force (people)
The Åland Islands' labor force is estimated to be a few tens of thousands.
Unemployment Rate (%)
The unemployment rate in Åland Islands is similar to that of Finland.
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Data on Åland Islands' public debt is not readily available.
Budget
Information on the Åland Islands' budget is not readily available.
Exports (US$ billion)
Åland Islands' exports are estimated to be a few hundred million USD annually.
Imports (US$ billion)
Åland Islands' imports are estimated to be a few hundred million USD annually.
Foreign Reserves
Information on the Åland Islands' foreign reserves is not readily available.
Currency Exchange
The Åland Islands use the Euro (EUR).
GDP by Sector
Information on Åland Islands' GDP by sector is not readily available.
Major Industries
The major industries include shipping, fishing, and tourism.
Major Export Partners
Finland is a major export partner for the Åland Islands.
Major Import Partners
Finland is a major import partner for the Åland Islands.
Society
Literacy Rate (%)
The literacy rate is estimated to be very high.
Birth Rate (per 1,000 people)
The birth rate in the Åland Islands is similar to that of Finland.
Death Rate (per 1,000 people)
The death rate in the Åland Islands is similar to that of Finland.
Net Migration Rate
The net migration rate for Åland Islands is variable and depends on economic factors.
Median Age
The median age in the Åland Islands is similar to that of Finland.
Urban Population (%)
Åland Islands is largely a rural territory, with a significant percentage of the population living in Mariehamn.
Urbanization Rate
The urbanization rate is relatively low and stable.
Life Expectancy (years)
Life expectancy in the Åland Islands is similar to that of Finland, approximately 80 years.
HIV/AIDS Prevalence
The prevalence of HIV/AIDS is very low.
Health Expenditures (% of GDP)
Health expenditures in the Åland Islands are comparable to those in Finland.
Ethnic Groups
The population is predominantly of Swedish descent.
Religions
The majority of the population is Christian (Lutheran).
LanguagesSource: REST Countries
Swedish
Education
Education System
Follows the Finnish education system with emphasis on early childhood education.
School Life Expectancy (years)
Data is unavailable.
Government Education Spending
Data is unavailable.
Primary Education Access
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Secondary Education Access
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Higher Education Access
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Major Universities
No universities located in Åland Islands.
Culture
Cultural Overview
Strong Swedish influence, distinct from mainland Finland. Emphasis on maritime heritage and local traditions.
National HolidaysSource: Nager.Date
- Nyårsdagen (2026-01-01)
- Trettondagen (2026-01-06)
- Långfredag (2026-04-03)
- Påskdagen (2026-04-05)
- Annandag påsk (2026-04-06)
- Första maj (2026-05-01)
- Kristi himmelsfärdsdagn (2026-05-14)
- Pingstdagen (2026-05-24)
- Självstyrelsedagen (2026-06-09)
- Midsommarafton (2026-06-19)
- Midsommardagen (2026-06-20)
- Alla helgons dag (2026-11-07)
Popular Music
Shared with Finland and Sweden, with some local artists.
Traditional Food
Includes fish dishes, potato dishes, and local specialties.
Sports
Sailing and other water sports are popular. Follows sports of Finland and Sweden.
Major Festivals
Mariehamn Maritime Festival is a major event.
Famous People
Includes local politicians, athletes, and artists.
Cultural Heritage Sites
Features museums, historical sites, and maritime heritage sites.
UNESCO Sites
No UNESCO sites.
Annual Tourist Visits
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Tourism Overview
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Top Tourist Attractions
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Famous Cities
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National Parks
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Protected Areas
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Best Time to Visit
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Tourist Visa Info
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Visa Requirements Overview
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Travel Advisory
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Healthcare
Healthcare Quality
The healthcare quality index is very high, similar to that of Finland.
Medical Cost
Medical costs in Åland Islands are similar to those in Finland.
Number of Hospitals
The Åland Islands have a few hospitals and healthcare facilities.
Universal Healthcare
Part of Finland's healthcare system, providing universal access.
Medical Services Overview
Healthcare services are provided by public and private providers, and are of high quality.
Emergency Medical Access
Emergency medical services are readily available.
Emergency & Safety
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Safety Overview
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Infrastructure
Electricity Access
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Water Access
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Sanitation Access
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Railways
No railways.
Roadways
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Transportation System
Well-developed ferry network and road system. Public transport exists within the islands.
AirportsSource: OurAirports
Mariehamn Airport (MHQ).
Ports
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Technology & Communication
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Air Quality Index
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Renewable Energy Usage
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Environmental Issues
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Natural Hazards
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Waste Management
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Environmental Agreements
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UN Membership
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International Organizations
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Major Treaties
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Visa-Free Countries
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